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01-17-2019, 04:53 PM
#61
My 996 is my first Porsche.
When the opportunity came up to buy a 996 from the estate of a friend's brother, she looked at me sideways and said "no way"... then in her second breath was "How much does a car like that cost anyhow?". I responded "Well, they are asking 30K but I think it's worth less than that". Her response? "Oh, that's not that much".
At that point I figured I had permission. And started looking for the right car in earnest. When she said "Find out how much our insurance is going to increase before you do anything stupid" I knew that it was a done deal.
When the opportunity came up to buy a 996 from the estate of a friend's brother, she looked at me sideways and said "no way"... then in her second breath was "How much does a car like that cost anyhow?". I responded "Well, they are asking 30K but I think it's worth less than that". Her response? "Oh, that's not that much".
At that point I figured I had permission. And started looking for the right car in earnest. When she said "Find out how much our insurance is going to increase before you do anything stupid" I knew that it was a done deal.
01-17-2019, 05:27 PM
#62
My 996 is my first Porsche.
When the opportunity came up to buy a 996 from the estate of a friend's brother, she looked at me sideways and said "no way"... then in her second breath was "How much does a car like that cost anyhow?". I responded "Well, they are asking 30K but I think it's worth less than that". Her response? "Oh, that's not that much".
At that point I figured I had permission. And started looking for the right car in earnest. When she said "Find out how much our insurance is going to increase before you do anything stupid" I knew that it was a done deal.
When the opportunity came up to buy a 996 from the estate of a friend's brother, she looked at me sideways and said "no way"... then in her second breath was "How much does a car like that cost anyhow?". I responded "Well, they are asking 30K but I think it's worth less than that". Her response? "Oh, that's not that much".
At that point I figured I had permission. And started looking for the right car in earnest. When she said "Find out how much our insurance is going to increase before you do anything stupid" I knew that it was a done deal.
Does she drive your 911?
01-17-2019, 05:58 PM
#63
Adding our Porsche to the insurance raised it just about $38/mo. This is for full coverage. That being said its billed as a "3rd vehicle, recreational" what ever that means. There is not restriction on when and how we can use it unlike the "antique insurance". They just assume that we will not be using it gull time because I have 3 other cars in the household.
01-17-2019, 06:02 PM
#64
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It's kind of eye-opening, reading all these family stories. It's not really about the car we buy, or the plane, or boat, or what we do for leisure, it's about the strength of the bond with our SO. Collectively, 911 owners tend to show pretty clear traits of success, reliance, and overall power/results in business, and family. We also seem to have spouses who think enough of THEIR partner that they get that part of our need to walk a little on the wild side.
Upper socio-economic groups like this and pilot forums let me know it's not all bad, like I was worried about back as a single guy.
Upper socio-economic groups like this and pilot forums let me know it's not all bad, like I was worried about back as a single guy.
01-17-2019, 06:12 PM
#65
It's kind of eye-opening, reading all these family stories. It's not really about the car we buy, or the plane, or boat, or what we do for leisure, it's about the strength of the bond with our SO. Collectively, 911 owners tend to show pretty clear traits of success, reliance, and overall power/results in business, and family. We also seem to have spouses who think enough of THEIR partner that they get that part of our need to walk a little on the wild side.
Upper socio-economic groups like this and pilot forums let me know it's not all bad, like I was worried about back as a single guy.
Upper socio-economic groups like this and pilot forums let me know it's not all bad, like I was worried about back as a single guy.
I couldn't be happier, she will pretty much stand behind anything I do, in turn that makes me want to treat her better than most men treat their S.O. because I wouldn't want to lose her. Too many of my friends can't sneeze without permission from their wives. Leads them to do all kinds of **** behind their backs. Unacceptable in my eyes. Most my friends want to go out without their wives drinking, watching the game etc, I want her to come because we have more fun together than apart. Now dont get me wrong, we do a lot apart because everyone needs space too.
01-17-2019, 06:15 PM
#66
Burning Brakes
I told my wife I was thinking of a ZL1 Camaro (650 hp). That made it easier to accept a Porsche.
01-17-2019, 06:29 PM
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Glad you got to the real reason. 300 horse isn't very much these days. My wife's station wagon has that. Honda Accords, Camry's, and minivans are reaching those numbers. If you've got a heavy foot, there's a lot of places to get in trouble these days. The Porsche actually helps with good brakes and handling.
Happy hunting! You just have to figure out a way to hide the running costs now haha.
Happy hunting! You just have to figure out a way to hide the running costs now haha.
01-17-2019, 06:33 PM
#68
My girlfriend is a "car gal", growing up in England and driving primarily stick cars her whole life. We enjoy car shows and auctions regularly. She saw the rear of an Audi R8 at a recent event and fell in love with the look. She currently drives a BMW 228i. But, she did not like the ride and engine noise in my previous 06 C2S Cab. I plan to get another P-Car this year but will probably spend way less time in it with her than I would like. Considering other cars, but I keep coming back to the 911. She won't be upset at all though if I get one though.
01-17-2019, 07:13 PM
#69
That's an awesome story! Looks like you got a 40th Anniversary Edition 996? Is that a 2004 with the X51 power option? How much did it increase your insurance? I think I'm looking at about $75 per month in addition to what I'm paying now, including my home, income property, and two cars, all with the same insurance agency. Your wife sounds like a very reasonable person. You lucked out. Mine is coming around.
Does she drive your 911?
Does she drive your 911?
- Yes, it's a 40AE and I love it!
- All 40AEs (only offered in 2004) included X51, sports suspension (variant of M030), limited slip diff, ligt weight wheels, and 2 front radiators from the C4S (including Turbo/C4S nose), GT3 side skirts and some other nice but cosmetic upgrades.
- My insurance increased by $100/month but I carry higher limits and a personal umbrella and have two young adult children on our policy.
- My wife is awesome, I agree, and thank you.
01-17-2019, 08:04 PM
#71
I started this hunt thinking I wanted a 930 or 964. I test drove a few and couldn't get used to the floor pedals again. I drove VW Bugs back in college but its been a while now. Then I thought about AC and how that would be nice to have so I've settled on the 996 and 997.
01-18-2019, 02:38 AM
#72
I started this hunt thinking I wanted a 930 or 964. I test drove a few and couldn't get used to the floor pedals again. I drove VW Bugs back in college but its been a while now. Then I thought about AC and how that would be nice to have so I've settled on the 996 and 997.
01-18-2019, 02:41 AM
#73
My girlfriend is a "car gal", growing up in England and driving primarily stick cars her whole life. We enjoy car shows and auctions regularly. She saw the rear of an Audi R8 at a recent event and fell in love with the look. She currently drives a BMW 228i. But, she did not like the ride and engine noise in my previous 06 C2S Cab. I plan to get another P-Car this year but will probably spend way less time in it with her than I would like. Considering other cars, but I keep coming back to the 911. She won't be upset at all though if I get one though.
01-18-2019, 09:18 AM
#74
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I started this hunt thinking I wanted a 930 or 964. I test drove a few and couldn't get used to the floor pedals again. I drove VW Bugs back in college but its been a while now. Then I thought about AC and how that would be nice to have so I've settled on the 996 and 997.